While many books aim above all to describe what Bitcoin is and how it works precisely in a technical way, this book is more interested in a subject that has not been much discussed in the literature: the reason for Bitcoin!

Born in response to the 2008/2009 financial crisis, Bitcoin is a successful attempt to create an autonomous and decentralized digital currency free from government control. It will probably be the big winner of the next financial crash that threatens the world for the future.

In his book, Andreas Antonopoulos explains why Bitcoin is a real revolution while making exciting parallels with other technologies that have revolutionized the world in the past. All this with the inimitable style of Andreas Antonopoulos, who is able to bring all the most difficult concepts within reach.

Finally, it goes beyond the speculative side of Bitcoin to detail its philosophical, social, and historical implications.